Not every child in the early 2000s, or even today, had that opportunity. But Dunkley was a student at Karihwanó:ron Mohawk Immersion School, which, at nearly 40 years old, is one of Kahnawake's most enduring success stories in the drive to transmit Kanien'kehá:ka teachings and perhaps one day restore Kanien'kéha as the community's common language.
Marcus Bankuti is a managing editor at The Eastern Door, where he has been reporting since 2021 on issues that matter to Kahnawake and Kanesatake. His work focuses on culture and society, regional interests, and the impact of energy and mining, often exploring the intersections of law and environmental concerns. Marcus's insights have been featured in notable publications including the Penticton Herald, CTV News Montreal, and The Hamilton Spectator.